Make Data Talk

We all want to have an impact in our work, and one of the ways of conceptualising this is through Selena's evidence versus action quadrant model. In this episode, Dr Selena Fisk discusses the four main categories that we sit in when it comes to evidence-informed practice: stasis, guess work, lost opportunity, or impact.  This episode helps unpack how we more often move into impact, and how we can support others to get there too. 

Is 'data' akin to a swear word in your organisation? Do you face resistance when trying to be a data champion for your colleagues? Historically, data has gotten a pretty undeserved bad wrap in many organisations. In this episode Dr Selena Fisk outlines why that might be the case and takes you through five ways you can solve data's "PR problem" in your organisation. Connect with Selena: at https://www.linkedin.com/in/selenafisk/ sign up to her monthly newsletter at selenafisk.com check out her other podcast, 'A Beautiful Mind'.    

Have you ever embarked on a project or change in your organisation, only to find you struggle to measure your success because you didn't collect enough baseline data at the beginning? In this episode, Dr Selena Fisk outlines why collecting qualitative baseline data to measure your impact is so important, and shares ideas for how to go about it. Connect with Selena: at https://www.linkedin.com/in/selenafisk/ sign up to her monthly newsletter at selenafisk.com check out her other podcast, 'A Beautiful Mind'

Dr. Selena Fisk, an expert in data validity and reliability, distinguishes and provides tips on enhancing both aspects. She emphasizes the importance of credible data collection, showcasing real-life scenarios to illustrate the impact of overlooking validity and reliability on data interpretation.

Dr Selena Fisk, an expert in writing good survey questions, shares valuable tips on crafting clear, concise survey questions to avoid survey fatigue. She discusses strategies for effective survey questions like narrowing scope, simplifying language, and using closed questions for accurate data collection.

What's the difference between a trend and an insight? Do you know the difference? Do you know what to look for? In this episode, Selena unpacks the differences between trends and insights, and provides suggestions as to how you can include this in your own work and work with others.  Connect with Selena: at https://www.linkedin.com/in/selenafisk/ sign up to her monthly newsletter at selenafisk.com check out her other podcast, 'A Beautiful Mind'.

You have loads of data, right?! Well, there's a good chance that you have more qualitative data than quantitative. Do you know the difference?  In this episode, Dr Selena Fisk unpacks what qualitative and quantitative data is, how these data types differ, and how they all add value to our work.  Connect with Selena: at https://www.linkedin.com/in/selenafisk/ sign up to her monthly newsletter at selenafisk.com  check out her other podcast, 'A Beautiful Mind'.

Dr. Selena Fisk, an expert in data analysis, delves into the history of triangulation and its importance in decision-making. She discusses leveraging multiple data sources for accuracy and reliability, ensuring comprehensive analysis for quality decisions.

Dr Selena Fisk discusses the importance of being data-informed over data-driven, highlighting the need for qualitative factors and professional judgment. She shares personal anecdotes on the negative impact of a solely data-driven culture, advocating for a more inclusive and less fear-inducing workplace environment.